The Science of Effective Onboarding Episode 2: How Adults Really Learn — Applying Adult Learning Theory
What if your onboarding didn’t feel like “training,” but like a genuine learning experience?

In this episode, Tess breaks down Malcolm Knowles’ six principles of adult learning and shows how to turn traditional onboarding into a growth experience that motivates and engages new hires. You’ll learn how to connect training to real work tasks, use storytelling for impact, and give learners autonomy and purpose from day one.

Key Takeaway: Redesign one onboarding element this week using adult learning principles to make learning stick — and culture thrive.